amphibole

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Noun amphibole has 1 sense

amphibole - a mineral or mineral variety belonging to the amphibole group
--₁ is a kind of mineral
--₁ is a member of amphibole group
--₁ is a substance of amphibolite
--₁ has particulars:
nephrite; actinolite; anthophyllite; asbestos; hornblende

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Amphibole

Noun

A group of complex silicate minerals containing iron, magnesium, calcium, sodium, and aluminum.

Example Sentence: The geologist discovered a vein of amphibole running through the rock formation.

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Noun

A type of needle-like mineral found in igneous and metamorphic rocks.

Example Sentence: The thin fibers of amphibole in the rock made it ideal for asbestos insulation.

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Adjective

Relating to or characteristic of amphibians.

Example Sentence: The amphibole reproductive system allows for both aquatic and terrestrial breeding.

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